Year: 2016

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The kids came to have fun at the Pokemon Go Party put on by the Tofield Library, and they weren’t disappointed.

And organizer Kaitlyn Monchak was very pleased with the results. “I would definitely say it’s a success, that’s for sure,” she said, amidst the laughter and other noise as children and youth enjoyed the many games on hand.

“We’re having a bunch of

- Tofield service road development and community hall projects stalled for now; - Tofield Chamber to contract…

Although the fall and winter months can be a source of dread for many, the Don’t Hibernate Fair always offers some hope that these darker months of the year can be full of learning and opportunity.

The Tofield Library is offering a Pokemon Go Party this week and used the fair as a chance to get more people in on the fun. The event runs from

Tofield/Ryley/Beaver County West Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) staff were attempting to get the word out last week that suicide can be prevented – if everyone educates themselves on signs and symptoms and takes the chance of having a conversation with someone he or she is concerned about.

“It’s pretty serious and the way our economy is it could be on the rise,” said FCSS Director Ruth Gill in an interview last week. “There needs to be greater awareness of the help available to people and the signs pointing to suicide.”

The issue is serious enough that FCSS went to the Don’t Hibernate Fair to let all those attending have a chance to see some of the literature and familiarize themselves with signs and symptoms

- Tofield RCMP reports three motor vehicle accidents; - New staff at Tofield School for 2016-2017 year;…

Students, teachers and other staff started another school year on Thursday, Sept. 1.

Adding to the excitement and challenges was the addition of new staff at local area schools.

C.W. Sears Elementary School has